Bobbie Sue
The Oak Ridge Boys
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I heard about her from a friend of mine He said she lived across the county line The sweetest grape that ever grew on the vine And now that's where I'm spending all my time Her Daddy, Robert and her Mama, Ruth They had a daughter they named Bobbie Sue And now she's eighteen and she knows the truth Nobody's gonna tell her what to do Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bobbie Sue Can't, can't you see my love is true I want to ma-ma-ma-ma-marry you Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bobbie Sue I'll take her driving on a Friday night Straight down the highway in the clear moonlight My Chevy's humming as she holds me tight We'll find a preacher and we'll do it right Her Daddy told her that she'd have to wait Her Mama said don't make a big mistake, But we'll keep driving till we're out of state And when they find us it'll be too late. Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bobbie Sue Can't, can't you see my love is true I want to ma-ma-ma-ma-marry you Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bob-Bobbie Sue (Repeat)
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Written by: JERRY LEIBER, MIKE STOLLER, DAN TYLER, WOOD NEWTON, ADELE TYLER
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Bobbie Sue" by The Oak Ridge Boys falls under the genres of country and southern gospel country.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a massive success; it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1982, making it one of the band's signature songs.
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Album Details"Bobbie Sue" was the title track on the band's seventh album, which also carried the name "Bobbie Sue."
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SongwritersThe song was written by Wood Newton, Dan Tyler, and Adele Tyler. The trio was responsible for crafting the catchy tune that became a major country hit.
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Crossover SuccessThe Oak Ridge Boys were known for their ability to cross genres successfully. "Bobbie Sue" stood as evidence of this, as it also peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating the song's mainstream appeal.
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Song StyleThe song features the distinctive Oak Ridge Boys harmony, but with a more rockabilly beat than many of their other songs, showing the band's versatility.
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Band Member HighlightRichard Sterban's deep bass vocals are a highlight in "Bobbie Sue", giving the song its unique sound and rhythm.
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Song MeaningThe title character, Bobbie Sue, was the object of the singer's affection in the lyrics, with the singer expressing his love and desire to marry her.
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Culturally RecognizedDespite its release over three decades ago, "Bobbie Sue" remains one of The Oak Ridge Boys' most recognizable and beloved songs.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Bobbie Sue" showcases the band's playful side, featuring them in a variety of humorous scenarios.
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Longevity of The Oak Ridge BoysThe Oak Ridge Boys have been active in the music industry for over half a century, with "Bobbie Sue" representing one of their many enduring hits.
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Awards and AccoladesThe success of this song helped The Oak Ridge Boys earn numerous awards, including Grammy Awards, Country Music Association Awards, and Academy of Country Music Awards.
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